Isaac cruz records highlights career
Isaac cruz Fights highlights
Isaac Cruz, born on May 23, 1998, is a Mexican professional boxer known for his prowess in the ring. As of March 2024, Cruz holds the prestigious World Boxing Association (WBA) super lightweight title, a testament to his skill and dedication to the sport.
Cruz has earned recognition within the boxing community for his impressive performances, earning him high rankings among his peers. As of November 2021, he is esteemed as the sixth-best active lightweight boxer by the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board. Additionally, Cruz holds the eighth position in the lightweight rankings according to BoxRec and ranks tenth in the same category as per The Ring magazine.
With his talent, determination, and notable achievements, Isaac Jonathan Cruz González continues to make waves in the world of professional boxing, garnering admiration and respect from fans and fellow athletes alike.
Boxing career
Issac Cruz vs Diago Magdaleno
In a pivotal moment of his career, Isaac Jonathan Cruz González faced off against seasoned veteran Diego Magdaleno on the undercard of the highly anticipated Gervonta Davis vs. Léo Santa Cruz event, held on October 31, 2020, at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. With a commendable professional record of 19–1–1, Cruz stepped into the ring with confidence and determination.
In a display of his exceptional skill and determination, Cruz wasted no time in asserting his dominance. In a stunning performance, he swiftly dispatched Magdaleno in a mere 53 seconds of the first round, securing a decisive victory. This impressive win solidified Cruz’s position as a formidable force in the boxing world
Issac Cruz vs Jose Matias Romero
On March 13, 2021, Isaac Jonathan Cruz González stepped into the ring once again, this time facing Jose Matias Romero in a highly anticipated WBA lightweight title eliminator. The venue for this significant bout was the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut.
The fight proved to be a gritty and hard-fought affair, with both Cruz and Romero displaying their determination to emerge victorious. However, the match was not without its controversies, as Cruz found himself penalized a point in the sixth round due to a low blow.
Despite the setback, Cruz showcased his resilience and skill, ultimately securing a hard-earned victory by unanimous decision. The judges’ scores reflected Cruz’s dominance in the ring, with tallies of 114–113, 115–112, and 118–109, all in his favor. This win propelled Cruz further towards his goal of securing a shot at the WBA lightweight title, solidifying his reputation as a force to be reckoned with in the boxing world.
Isaac cruz vs Francisco Vargas
Isaac Jonathan Cruz González faced former WBC super featherweight champion Francisco Vargas on June 19, 2021, on the undercard of the Jermall Charlo vs. Juan Macias Montiel event.
In a highly anticipated showdown, Cruz demonstrated his skill and determination against the seasoned Vargas. With just 47 seconds remaining in the fight, Cruz unleashed a powerful left-right combination that sent Vargas to the canvas.
Although Vargas managed to weather the storm and complete the bout, Cruz emerged victorious with a commanding performance. The judges’ scorecards reflected Cruz’s dominance, as he secured a wide unanimous decision victory with scores of 97–92, 99–90, and 100–89, all in his favor. This impressive win further solidified Cruz’s position as a rising star in the boxing world, paving the way for his continued success in the ring.
Issac Cruz vs Gervonta Davis
Isaac Jonathan Cruz González faced WBA (Regular) lightweight champion Gervonta Davis on December 5, 2021, in a highly anticipated showdown. Originally slated to face Rolando Romero, Davis’ opponent changed when Romero was pulled from the bout due to sexual harassment allegations.
Stepping in as Davis’ replacement, Cruz made history by headlining his first pay-per-view show. The fight lived up to its billing as a closely contested battle between two formidable opponents.
In the end, the judges’ scorecards favored Davis, with scores of 115–113, 115–113, and 116–112, resulting in Cruz’s second loss in his professional career. Despite the outcome, Cruz’s performance showcased his resilience and determination in the ring, earning him respect as a formidable competitor in the lightweight division.
Issac Cruz vs Yuriorkis Gamboa
Following his loss against Gervonta Davis, Isaac Jonathan Cruz González made a triumphant return to the ring on April 16, 2022. He faced former unified featherweight champion Yuriorkis Gamboa in a highly anticipated bout at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
From the outset, Cruz demonstrated his dominance, repeatedly knocking down Gamboa throughout the fight. His relentless onslaught culminated in a fifth-round technical knockout victory, solidifying his comeback in spectacular fashion.
In addition to securing his 23rd professional win, Cruz also captured the then-vacant WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title, further solidifying his position as a rising star in the lightweight division.
Isaac Cruz vs Eduardo Ramirez
On September 4, 2022, in a highly anticipated matchup serving as the co-main event for the Andy Ruiz vs. Luis Ortiz fight, Isaac Jonathan Cruz González, known as the “Mexican Pitbull,” faced off against southpaw featherweight Eduardo Ramirez for the then-vacant WBC Silver lightweight title.
From the onset, Ramirez showcased his technical prowess, employing a calculated jab, lateral movement, and strategic clinching to counter Cruz’s aggressive forward pressure. Despite Cruz landing sporadic hooks, Ramirez managed to control the pace of the opening round.
However, Cruz quickly adapted to Ramirez’s tactics in the second round, increasing the frequency of his body shots which visibly slowed down Ramirez’s movements. Capitalizing on an opportunity, Cruz feinted a left hook to Ramirez’s liver before delivering a devastating left hook to his exposed chin, sending Ramirez to the canvas.
Although Ramirez managed to beat the count, he remained disoriented from the knockdown. Sensing an opportunity, Cruz swiftly pressured Ramirez against the ropes, unleashing a powerful combination of a left hook followed by a right cross to secure the knockout victory in less than 30 seconds after the initial knockdown.
With this impressive performance, Cruz reaffirmed his position as a formidable force in the lightweight division, capturing the WBC Silver lightweight title in stunning fashion.